Fortra a.k.a HelpSystems - Experts & Thought Leaders

Fortra announces that it welcomes Matthew Schoenfeld to the organisation as its new President. A software industry veteran with more than a decade of experience in cybersecurity, Schoenfeld has a proven record as a dynamic, purposeful leader. He has a strong history of growing sales and revenue while helping customers solve challenges through a collaborative approach, a Fortra hallmark. Current President - Jim Cassens will continue to support the business as an Executive Director. Numerous executive roles Matthew Schoenfeld joins Fortra from Absolute Software, where he was EVP and Chief Revenue Officer overseeing global sales, channel partnerships, and the customer experience. He has an impressive background in the technology and cybersecurity space developed over more than two decades, which included his tenure as an executive in residence at Greylock Partners, Senior Vice President of the Americas and partner channel at FireEye, and as an advisory board member for Abnormal Security. Cassens will continue to play a crucial role in the next phase of the company’s strategy as an advisor to Matthew and the entire executive team. Cassens joined the organisation in 2001. Over the next two decades, he influenced the direction of the business through numerous executive roles, most recently as President leading the sales organisation. Cross-platform business units There’s a lot of enthusiasm about Matthew and the insights he brings to Fortra" As executive vice president of mergers and acquisitions, he led the company toward its historic growth on a global scale. Cassens also served as president of the cross-platform business units, Chief Technical Officer, and Vice President of International Sales. “There’s a lot of enthusiasm about Matthew and the insights he brings to Fortra as we continue our fast pace of growth as a global cybersecurity powerhouse,” said Kate Bolseth, CEO, Fortra, adding “In Matthew we’ve found a tremendous leader whose growth-oriented values and cybersecurity experience align with those of our employees, and I’m excited to begin collaborating with him to drive results.” Fast-growing tech company “I’m thrilled to join such a solid, fast-growing tech company like Fortra,” said Matthew Schoenfeld, adding “It’s a critical time in cybersecurity where organisations recognise it’s no longer just about preventing an attack but rather determining how to mitigate the risk of a breach. Fortra’s powerful portfolio brings so much value and I can’t wait to get started.” “Fortra wouldn’t be where it is today without Jim and the dedication he’s shown to our customers and employees,” said Kate Bolseth, adding “I’m tremendously thankful for his guidance in steering us so beautifully over the years as a revered leader. We’re fortunate to have him continue on as an executive director to lend his valuable perspective and contagious enthusiasm in support of the next stage of our success.”

HelpSystems announced that it had become Fortra™ a name synchronous with security and defence. This evolution reflects the company’s enhanced commitment to helping customers simplify cybersecurity's complexity in an increasingly under-siege business environment. With a stronger line of defence from a single provider, organisations of all kinds can look to Fortra to increase security maturity while reducing the burdens to everyday productivity.   Tackling security challenges  “The cybersecurity industry is always changing, and we’re evolving along with it,” said Kate Bolseth, CEO, Fortra, adding “This is a pivotal, exciting moment for us as we’re defining a new, bold path forward that will bring positive change to the industry and our customers." Kate Bolseth continues, "Everyone at Fortra is rallying behind this movement to tackle seemingly unmanageable security challenges and alleviate the constant worry many of our customers face. As Fortra, we want our customers to think of us as their cybersecurity ally, with them every step of the way.”  Cybersecurity and automation  Fortra has grown to more than 3,000 employees with offices in 18 countries and over 30,000 global customers In recent years, Fortra has grown to more than 3,000 employees with offices in 18 countries and over 30,000 global customers. As part of this evolution, the company shifted its focus to cybersecurity and automation, building a best-in-class portfolio with key capabilities in data security, infrastructure protection, and managed security services. These acquisitions have included Alert Logic, Digital Guardian, Cobalt Strike, Tripwire, Digital Defense, Terranova Security, Agari, PhishLabs, Core Security, GoAnywhere, Titus, and other well-known software and services providers.  Effective threat intelligence  Such a rich collection of proven solutions has built the organisation’s roster of industry experts and enabled innovative integrations to help customers solve challenges in new, streamlined ways. These integrations incorporate emerging threat intelligence for more effective protection against rapidly evolving cyber threats. Fortra’s 350-person threat research and intelligence team stay abreast of emerging threats not only to guide customers in their defence efforts but also to infuse its software and services with critical insights. “We’re proud of our role as a trusted leader in the industry and will continue to give our customers the same people-first support and best-in-class solution portfolio they’ve come to expect, making cybersecurity stronger and simpler than ever before,” adds Kate Bolseth. 

HelpSystems, a cybersecurity and automation software company launched its new worldwide channel programme, focusing on the strategic recruitment, development, and enablement of its partners in EMEA, North America, Latin America, and APAC. The company also announced the appointment of Renee Ritter as the programme’s Managing Director. Ritter brings more than two decades of experience in senior sales management roles and is responsible for the programme strategy and direction worldwide. Criteria and benefits of the programme Designed to allow partners to position complementary cybersecurity products as a solution to solve their customers’ growing security challenges, the programme will deliver comprehensive support to partners in their role as trusted advisors, allowing them to work closely with customers who are adding critical cybersecurity software. The new programme supports five unique partner types, including Referral, VARs, Distributors, MSP/MSSPs, and Strategic Alliance/OEM partners. Benefits are tied to programme type and solution groups, and partners must achieve the requirements applicable to their tier to qualify.  Data management and email security  Customers look to partners who understand and help them with robust, effective, and adaptable solutions" Based in North America, with offices worldwide, HelpSystems has seen significant growth over the past few years by helping security and IT professionals build more secure and autonomous organisations. More than 30,000 customers around the globe rely on its cybersecurity solutions, including data classification, data loss prevention, secure file transfer, and email security products from Agari, Boldon James, Clearswift, Digital Guardian, GoAnywhere, and Globalscape, among others.  “Customers look to partners who clearly understand their challenges and help them with robust, effective, and adaptable solutions,” explained Renee Ritter, Managing Director, Global Partner Program. Cybersecurity solutions “By offering these capabilities through one cybersecurity vendor, partners avoid unnecessary overhead and complexity and provide their customers with all they need to support and solve their problems. We believe the development of this programme in 2022 will add significant value to existing and new partners, and the customers they serve.” “HelpSystems is well known for providing effective cybersecurity solutions and has grown into a one-stop-shop for partners,” said Noemi Lamanna, Sales Director at HANDD Business Solutions. “From the quality of their training to the support from their partner managers and sales engineers, doing business with HelpSystems is streamlined and efficient. We look forward to growing our relationship with them under the new programme.”